Privacy Policy
This privacy policy applies between you, the User of this Website, and AE Marketing, the owner and provider of this Website. AE Marketing takes the privacy of your information seriously. This policy outlines how we use and protect any information collected via your use of this Website.
This privacy policy should be read alongside our Terms and Conditions.
Please read it carefully.
Definitions and Interpretation
In this policy:
- Data: All information you submit to AE Marketing via the Website. This includes personal data as defined under UK Data Protection Laws.
- Cookies: Small text files placed on your device when you visit parts of the Website or use certain features.
- Data Protection Laws: The Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, and related laws.
- GDPR: The General Data Protection Regulation as retained in UK law.
- AE Marketing: The business entity that owns and operates this Website.
- User/You: Any third party accessing the Website who is not employed or contracted by AE Marketing.
- Website: https://www.ae-marketing.co.uk, and any associated subdomains.
Scope
This privacy policy applies only to actions of AE Marketing and Users in relation to this Website. It does not extend to any other websites you may access via links from this Website.
For the purposes of Data Protection Laws, AE Marketing is the “data controller”.
Data We Collect
We may collect:
- Name
- Contact details (e.g. email address, phone number)
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address and usage behaviour (automatically collected)
How We Collect Data
We collect Data in two ways:
- Data you provide directly, for example:
- When you fill in a contact form
- When you email or call us
- When you download a free resource
- When you subscribe to our newsletter or marketing emails
- Data we collect automatically, such as:
- Your browsing behaviour on the Website
- Device and browser information
- Data collected via cookies and analytics tools
How We Use Your Data
We use your Data to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Send marketing communications (where consent is given)
- Improve the Website and services
- Keep internal records
- Conduct research and analysis
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time.
Email Marketing and Lead Magnets
If you sign up to receive newsletters, download free resources, or access lead magnets, we collect and store your name and email address. This allows us to send useful business and marketing content.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any of our emails.
Use of Third-Party Tools and Services
Where necessary, we use trusted third-party services such as MailerLite, Google Workspace, Trello, and others to support our operations. These providers are GDPR-compliant and only access the data required to perform their functions.
Who We Share Data With
We may share your data with:
- Our employees and contractors (where necessary)
- Professional advisors (e.g. legal or accounting services)
We do not sell or lease your personal data to third parties.
Cookies
This Website uses cookies to improve your experience and help us understand how visitors use the site.
We may use cookies from:
- Google Analytics – to track website performance
- Facebook Pixel – to support advertising campaigns
- LinkedIn Insight Tag – to measure LinkedIn marketing performance
- Email Marketing Platforms – to track email engagement
Before placing cookies, we ask for your consent. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Learn more at aboutcookies.org.
Please note that some website functions may not work properly without cookies enabled.
Keeping Your Data Secure
We have implemented appropriate technical and organisational security measures, including:
- Password-protected systems
- Secure data storage and transfer
- Access control for authorised personnel only
If you suspect your data has been misused or accessed unlawfully, contact us immediately at hello@ae-marketing.co.uk.
Data Retention
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless longer retention is required by law.
Data may remain on secure backup systems even after deletion requests, for compliance and archival purposes.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct any inaccuracies
- Request deletion (the “right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict how we use your data
- Object to data processing
- Request data portability
To exercise any of these rights, email us at hello@ae-marketing.co.uk.
If you are unhappy with how we’ve handled your data, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office: https://ico.org.uk.
Links to Other Websites
Our Website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. Please review those policies separately when visiting other sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website will be taken as acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or your personal data, contact us:
📧 hello@ae-marketing.co.uk
🌐 www.ae-marketing.co.uk